Date: November 15, 2010 Location: BB&T Tuscaloosa, AL
The Sky is Falling
After several days of steady, heavy rain, the ceiling tiles at work began to leak and stain with water spots. Then, all of a sudden, one tile fell in the middle of the floor. It created quite a mess and a good laugh.
However, the clean-up was not fun (at least I assume it was not fun; we left it for the cleaning crew). The next day, the only sign that it happened was the gaping hole in the ceiling.
Date: November 14, 2010 Location: City Buffet Northport, AL
The Familiar View
Since we were unable to have lunch with Billy and Chris today, we met them for dinner at City Buffet.
When leaving the restaurant, I saw a familiar view: the lights of Northport at night. I once saw these lights each night I went home. But since we've moved across the river, I've all but forgotten them.
Date: November 13, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Saban Spanking
While watching the game this week, Justin noticed Saban spanking McCarron on the sideline.
We thought it was hilarious; we even hit rewind a time or two to watch it over again.I give you the during shot and the after shot. You can read about it here.
Date: November 12, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Clean the Kitchen
Why are there some things you can never finish? It seems that no matter how frequently or how much time is spent, I can never keep the kitchen spotless.
As soon as I've washed the last dish, drained the water, and wiped the counter down, it never fails that a stray glass or utensil finds its way into the dissolving suds.
Date: November 11, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Am I Seeing Things?
Justin and I had today off so he scheduled a consultation with an eye doctor; he has decided to have LASIK surgery.
After the appointment, we decided to eat at Carrabba's Italian Grill. During our drive, as I was mindlessly looking out the windows, I noticed this clever work of art.
I am told that this is the old Health South Building. I am still unsure of why NOW is displayed in the windows.
Date: November 8, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Egg Nog
For me, there are many items that represent the holiday season. One of my favorites is egg nog. I look forward to buying this carton every year. And I want Barber's, no other brand.
I like it straight. I know it's common to mix it with alcohol, but I don't like to mess with the perfection of this concoction. To be honest, I like Barber's better than homemade (at least the one I've had).
Date: November 6, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Painting Day
This is a table and chair I have had for years. Once upon a time, there were two chairs, but one was broken by an old friend.
The paint was beginning to chip off the set so Justin and I thought we'd try spray painting it. I think it looks great, just like new!
It now sits on the front porch (with our new lights). I need to buy a pretty red flower to put on top of it and the front porch will officially be decorated.
Date: November 5, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
It's that time of year
Flu Season. There is almost no way to avoid it. Justin started with a sore throat and kept a cold for more than a week. However, I started taking my night and day regime as soon as I felt it coming and only kept the cold five days.
It's bad to be sick; it makes me feel needy, like a baby.
Date: November 4, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Not a pleasant night at the Snyder's
The evening started out very well. We went to Clay and Krista's for dinner; little Connor is growing so fast.
The drive home was nice, too. Justin graciously turned the car's heater on for me (even though the weather was cool, not cold).
We arrived home shortly after 9 p.m. The Office was recorded on the DVR so we settled in to watch it and shared many laughs.
We decided to go to bed so Justin went to the kitchen to turn out the lights.
Then the night turned ugly. Justin dropped his iPhone on the kitchen's porcelain tile, and it landed face down. Ouch.
***Update: We tried to repair the screen ourselves: Mistake 1. We watched a how-to video online, and I felt very confident that we could do it. When the part arrived, I began the repair without watching the video again: Mistake 2. To make a long story shorter, I tried to pry the phone apart in the wrong place: Mistake 3. This is what ruined the iPhone. I have given mine to Justin to use until he is eligible for an upgrade in January 2011. In the mean time, I am using an old Motorola Razor that I kept from years ago.
Date: November 3, 2010 Location: Kobe Tuscaloosa, AL
Dining out, Catching up
I love catching up with friends. I would rather that we not let so much time pass between visits. Nonetheless, I love the anticipation of finding out what's new and picking up where we left off.
Tonight, I met Shannon at Kobe for sushi. We shared our latest news, hers much more interesting than mine. She is finishing nursing school, preparing for a move out of town, and applying for jobs. It's all very exciting.
Any sushi outing means I order an extra roll and request a to-go box to take Justin samples of each one. He enjoys the occasional treat.
Date: November 2, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
"We're not like that." Unfortunately, this post might seem cryptic to many of you. I apologize in advance.
Today I faced a difficult decision. In the end, I feel that I made the right choice because the alternative could have negatively affected a friendship. Now, it's all behind us, and we can look back and smile.
Date: November 1, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Not exactly like riding a bike...
Alright, I guess I have to tell one of my secrets. In junior high and high school, I was in marching band - because my parents made me. At first, it was tolerable, but eventually I despised it. My loathing was so bad that I refused to learn the halftime music. Boy, I was dumb.
Honestly, I would love to have that wasted time back that I spent in the band room. At the same time, I wish I still played, er, rather that I had tried harder to learn to play.
I dug the clarinet out of my closet after seven or more years of collecting dust. I went to a local music store and bought reeds. Then I tried to remember finger placements as I read through the little sheet music that I kept. Fail.
I can still read the music; I know the notes on the page. I tried using a clarinet fingering chart I found online, but I am still lost. On top of it all, my lung capacity is apparently not what it once was. This is going to be a true challenge.
Date: October 28, 2010 Location: Holy Spirit Catholic School Tuscaloosa, AL
The Next Season
At our house, the four seasons aren't winter, spring, summer, and fall. Instead, we have football, basketball, baseball, and summer.We even have a cross-stitched picture to prove it (a gift Justin received years ago from a relative).
Today's game is the first in a preseason tournament. The outcome determines what time the girls will play Saturday.
Unfortunately, the first game resulted in the first loss. Although they played hard, the girls will play the early game Saturday at 9 a.m.
Date: October 26, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Another Food Shot, Again
Heads or Tails Double Stuff Oreo.
It's the perfect balance of creme filling, chocolate cookie and vanilla cookie. It blends together in your mouth so that the result is a creamy, smooth, rich flavor.
Date: October 26, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Soul Food
I guess they call it soul food because it makes you warm on the inside and reminds you of where you come from.
You are looking at one of my personal favorites: Southern cornbread. It is certified Southern, too: cooked in a cast iron skillet, not made from Jiffy mix, and served with peas.
Date: October 25, 2010 Location: Our House Tuscaloosa, AL
Needs Improvement
This is our current kitchen light. It's seriously an eye sore and I know it needs to be replaced. The truth is, it gives off great light, and I can't decided on one particular light (we've been shopping more than once).
Hopefully I will have a picture of the new light to post soon.
Date: November 18, 2010 
